Dora Gonzalez
Houston,TX
Summary
Bilingual professional licensed as a School Counselor and License Professional Counselor Associate that will soon become an independent LPC in the state of Texas with years of experience working in professional settings targeting the emotional, mental, and physical well-being of individuals from speech therapy to special education and counseling. A community member dedicated to cultivating supportive, stimulating, and inclusive environments that allow members of the community to reach their fullest potential.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Counselor
HISD
08.2020 - 07.2024
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
- Contributed to development of effective school policies that addressed issues such as attendance, discipline, and substance abuse prevention.
Special Education
KLEIN ISD
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to special education services.
- Assisted in the development of school-wide policies related to special education programming and compliance with federal regulations.
- Promoted an inclusive learning environment by fostering collaboration between special education and general education personnel.
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
Special Education Department Chair
Spring Branch ISD
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Mentored new special education teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Allocated resources effectively, prioritizing specialized materials and tools for students'' unique needs.
- Led professional learning communities focused on sharing expertise in special education teaching strategies among staff members.
- Streamlined processes for IEP development, ensuring timely completion and compliance with state regulations.
- Advocate for an inclusive school culture by advocating for the needs of special education students during administrative discussions.
Special Education
Aldine ISD
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Enhanced student learning by providing individualized support and accommodations for special education students.
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences focused on special education, staying current on best practices and emerging trends.
- Contributed to IEP development and implementation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide appropriate accommodations and modifications for special education students.
- Collaborated with campus professionals to create inclusive learning environments that supported all students'' unique needs.
Speech Therapist Assistant
LNC Homehealth
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Supported patients'' development of expressive and receptive language skills through engaging activities and exercises.
- Enhanced patient progress by implementing individualized speech therapy plans and tracking improvements.
- Promoted parent involvement in therapeutic progress through regular updates, education, and home activity suggestions.
- Strengthened client relationships and built trust by maintaining open lines of communication with patients, families, and team members.
Education
Our Lady of The Lake Univeristy At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX12.2018
Bachelors in Communication of Science and Disorders, Minor in Psychology -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TX05.2013
Skills
- Bilingual ( Spanish)
- Academic Support
- Special Education Support
- Counseling and therapy
- Suicide Prevention
- Crisis Intervention
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Individual and family support
Certification
- LPCA, 07/01/2022, Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council
- Speech Language Pathologist, 02/01/2023, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations
- Yoga Instructor, 01/01/2021, The Yoga Institute
Academic
- Degree, Masters of Education, Counseling, GPA 3.6, Completed the School Counseling and Mental Health pathways
- Degree, Bachelors of Communication of Science and Disorders, Minor in Psychology, GPA 3.6, Honors College Student
Affiliations
- Texas Counseling Association
- American Counseling Association
- Desmond's Heart Association - August 2020 to August 2023
Additional Information
Certified Yoga Instructor -RYT 200
- I was trained by Lex Gillan for the purposes to lead the program at Baylor College Medicine Biotech Academy in the research practices of yoga reducing anxiety and depression in students especially due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
School Counselor of the Year Finalist HISD 2022-2023
Desmond Heart Association Board Member December 2023- August 2024
Desmond Heart Association Volunteer Member August 2020- August 2024
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
School Counselor
HISD
08.2020 - 07.2024
Special Education
KLEIN ISD
08.2019 - 07.2020
Special Education Department Chair
Spring Branch ISD
08.2017 - 07.2019
Special Education
Aldine ISD
08.2015 - 07.2017
Speech Therapist Assistant
LNC Homehealth
09.2014 - 08.2015
Our Lady of The Lake Univeristy At San Antonio
Bachelors in Communication of Science and Disorders, Minor in Psychology -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville